Louis Vuitton Capucines Bb Crocodilian Leather

The Louis Vuitton Capucines BB is the smallest size of the Capucines, the bag Louis Vuitton named after Rue Neuve-des-Capucines, the Paris street where the house opened its first store in 1854. It is one of the brand's most refined designs, usually made in Taurillon, a soft but sturdy full-grain calfskin, and it carries the LV initials on the front flap as its signature detail. Those initials flip: turn the "V" behind the "L" for a discreet look, or in front to show the full monogram.

The BB is compact, around 27 by 18 by 9 cm, with a structured top-handle shape that keeps its form. It comes with a removable, adjustable shoulder strap, so it works carried by the handle or worn cross-body, and the interior is divided into compartments for the everyday essentials. It is a design that reads as quiet and elegant rather than logo-driven, which is much of its appeal.

At Konesseur, every Louis Vuitton is authenticated before listing, and the Capucines sits at the top of LV's leather-goods line, made in smaller numbers than the canvas bags. Browse more Louis Vuitton or the wider handbags range to compare.

• Model and size: Louis Vuitton Capucines BB, the smallest Capucines, about 27 x 18 x 9 cm
• Design and details: full-grain Taurillon leather (confirm), flip LV initials on the front flap, structured top-handle shape, removable adjustable shoulder strap
• Condition and authenticity: authenticated by Konesseur (confirm colour, hardware and condition against the listing)